Robert F. Kennedy Jr., facing a measles outbreak in Texas, claimed federal vitamin A shipments were reaching affected communities. However, Texas public-health officials stated no requests were made for such treatments, and the focus had been on conventional vaccines. Despite Kennedy's assertion, records show no evidence of vitamin A deliveries, as healthcare providers did not advocate for its use over established vaccines. The Texas health department clarified that vitamin A could serve as a supplementary treatment but isn't a preventative measure, emphasizing ongoing vaccination efforts instead.
The state received no vitamin A shipments as Texas doctors did not request them, despite no evidence of delivery from Kennedy's team.
A Texas official confirmed they haven't requested vitamin A doses, as the healthcare providers have not raised concerns or requests for the treatment.
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